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Kyann Smith

Baton Rouge,LA

Summary

I would consider myself a hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. I'd say I am a responsible and motivated student ready to apply my education in the workplace. I offer great technical abilities with visual preparations and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills. I am all around just a motivated culinary student seeking internship in any part of the food service industry to gain hands-on experience to boost my knowledge in the culinary world.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Hostess/ Charcuterie Board Maker

City Pork
Baton Rouge, LA
09.2023 - 12.2024
  • Monitored the efficiency of the marking process and identified areas for improvement.
  • Greeted guests upon arrival and provided them with menus.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding the menu, restaurant services, and special promotions.
  • Assisted servers in seating guests by escorting them to their tables.
  • Managed dining room layout to maximize efficiency of staff members.
  • Maintained cleanliness of lobby area, including wiping down tables and chairs.
  • Managed incoming calls during busy shifts.
  • Provided excellent customer service by anticipating customer needs.
  • Assisted other departments when needed such as bussing tables or delivering food orders.
  • Contributed to team efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
  • Greeted guests and gathered information to seat groups or place on waitlist.
  • Answered telephone to provide dining information and take reservations.
  • Scheduled reservations and notified servers and managers of large groups to prepare seating in advance.

Decorator

Great American Cookies
Baton Rouge, LA
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Created custom cookie designs for clients, ensuring the cookies met their specifications and expectations.
  • Assisted in baking and decorating cookies with royal icing, fondant, gel food coloring, and other ingredients.
  • Organized kitchen space to ensure a clean, safe working environment.
  • Managed customer orders and communicated delivery times.
  • Performed quality assurance tests on batches of decorated cookies before packaging them for customers.

Dietary Aide

The Waters of Clifty Falls
Madison , IN
07.2022 - 07.2023
  • Stocked supplies in dining areas as needed.
  • Assisted with preparation of snacks and other light meals.
  • Delivered meals to residents and patients in their rooms when requested.
  • Informed supervisor about any changes in patient's dietary needs or preferences.
  • Worked closely with dietitians to ensure proper nutrition for each resident and patient.
  • Greeted visitors entering the kitchen area, provided them with information about services offered, and directed them accordingly.
  • Performed general cleaning duties such as sweeping floors, washing dishes, wiping countertops.
  • Prepared and served meals according to dietary guidelines.
  • Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment and surfaces.
  • Assisted in the ordering, receiving, storage, and inventory of food items.
  • Ensured that all food was prepared according to established health standards.
  • Monitored expiration dates on products and disposed of any spoiled or expired foods.
  • Provided assistance with meal setup, serving, and clean up as needed.
  • Set up trays for patients upon request.
  • Observed special diets prescribed by physicians or nutritionists.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by following all safety protocols.
  • Set up trays and food service carts to deliver food to residents.
  • Helped with meal prep for daily meals, following strict sanitation and food handling guidelines
  • Served food and snacks according to planned menu and patients' diet orders.

Sandwich Artist

SUBWAY®Restaurants
Madison, IN
08.2019 - 10.2019
  • Prepared food items such as sandwiches, salads, soups, and drinks according to customer orders or company recipes.
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries promptly and professionally.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area throughout shift.
  • Trimmed meats and cheeses for sandwiches as needed.
  • Cleaned tables, chairs, counters, floors, trays, dishes, silverware after each shift.
  • Assisted team members during peak hours when necessary.
  • Communicated effectively with co-workers regarding customer needs and concerns.
  • Prepared sandwiches using assortment of meats, veggies and other ingredients to meet customer specifications.
  • Sanitized food storage and preparation areas to comply with food health and safety requirements.
  • Answered guest questions, delivering most accurate and updated information available.
  • Verified orders and bagged items for easy transport.
  • Warmly greeted visitors to promote great customer service and positive ordering experience.

Education

Associate of Arts - Baking and Pastry Arts

Louisiana Culinary Institute
Baton Rouge, LA
12.2024

High School Diploma -

Madison Consolidated High School
Madison, IN
05.2023

Skills

  • Food Running
  • Reservations Management
  • Guest Engagement
  • Customer Service
  • Server Support
  • Special Dietary Requirements
  • Table Bussing
  • Food Production
  • Food Station Setup
  • Guest Seating
  • Reservation Coordination
  • Guest Relations
  • Table Setting Arrangements
  • Positive and Professional
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Beverage Preparation
  • Cleaning and Sanitation

Certification

  • ServSafe, Louisiana Culinary Institute - 2023
  • Hospitality and Restaurant Management - 2024
  • Nutrition - 2024

Timeline

Decorator

Great American Cookies
05.2024 - 07.2024

Hostess/ Charcuterie Board Maker

City Pork
09.2023 - 12.2024

Dietary Aide

The Waters of Clifty Falls
07.2022 - 07.2023

Sandwich Artist

SUBWAY®Restaurants
08.2019 - 10.2019

Associate of Arts - Baking and Pastry Arts

Louisiana Culinary Institute

High School Diploma -

Madison Consolidated High School

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